Items submitted to Check it Out must be events that benefit nonprofit organizations and be open to the public. Submissions should be received at least seven days in advance of the event.

Farmington area

Farmington, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Library workshop, at noon, The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: 778-7219.

Farmington, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Movie, “Tsotsi,” 7 p.m., Room C-23, UMF Roberts Learning Center. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7258.

Farmington, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Music by Fly Up Right Kite, 8 p.m., The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7346.

Farmington, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Author, Helen Fremont, 7:30 p.m., The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7454.

Wilton, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Wilton Early Bird Community Breakfast, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m., Wilton Congregational Church, 386 Main St. Speaker Alison Hagerstrom, Greater Franklin Development Corp. Free.

Farmington, Thursday, Nov. 8: Jeff Thindwa speaks about the promotion of civic engagement and social acountability world-wide, 11:45 a.m., Thomas Auditorium, UMF Preble/Ricker Hall. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7258.

Farmington, Friday, Nov. 9: Concert, “Connection and Alienation,” with UMF Dancers, 7:30 p.m., UMF, Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall. FMI: Margaret, 778-7141 or mwescott@Maine.

Jay, Friday Nov. 9: Holiday Craft Sale and Thrift Shop, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., North Jay Methodist Parish House.

Wilton, Friday, Nov. 9: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Free Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: Contradance, potluck 6, warm up 7:30, dancing 8 to 11 p.m., Farmington Grange, Bridge Street. $6, $15 family. No partner necessary. FMI: 397-2241 or [email protected].

Jay, Saturday Nov. 10: Holiday Craft Sale and Thrift Shop, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., North Jay Methodist Parish House. Food sale and light luncheon.

Salem, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters baked bean supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Salem Community Building. All you can eat. Adults $5; seniors $4; children 5-12, $3; under 5, free; family, $15. Sponsored by Salem Pine Tree Club. Proceeds for the Salem Children’s Christmas Tree.

Jay, Saturday, Nov. 10: Pajama party dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, VFW Post #3335. Tickets $10. Music by “Disco Bull.” Tickets at the door or call 897-5112 after 12 p.m.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: Open house admission event, 9 a.m., UMF Merrill Hall. Registration required. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7050.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: Baked bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Trinity UMC.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: The Young Republic music, 8 p.m., Nordica Auditorium, UMF Merrill Hall. FMI: 778-7568 or [email protected].

Rangeley, Saturday, Nov. 10: Good Shepherd’s ECW Holiday Fair, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., church undercroft, Main Street. Coffee, doughnuts; luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafts, holiday items, more.

Strong, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Strong Elementary School. FMI: 684-3521.

Temple, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Temple town hall. FMI: 778-5567.

Vienna, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters’ supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Vienna community Room. Hosted by Vienna Fire Department.

Farmington, Sunday, Nov. 11: Yoga, 7:15 p.m., The Landing, UMF Fitness & Rec Center, The Landing. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7346.

Wilton, Sunday, Nov. 11: Music benefit, 1 p.m., Methodist Church. Donations accepted for Wilton Food Pantry.

Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 13: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Free Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Rangeley, Wednesday, Nov. 14: “Back to the 80’s, The Totally Awesome Musical,” 7 p.m., Lakeside Theater, Main St. Presented by Rangeley Lakes Regional Middle School and High School Drama and Choir. Tickets $8, available at the school. FMI and tickets: 864-3311, ext. 102.

New Sharon, Thursday, Nov. 15: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Memorial Library.

Rangeley, Thursday, Nov. 15: “Back to the 80’s, The Totally Awesome Musical,” 7 p.m., Lakeside Theater, Main St. Presented by Rangeley Lakes Regional Middle School and High School Drama and Choir. Tickets $8, available at the school. FMI and tickets: 864-3311, ext. 102.

Wilton, Thursday, Nov. 15: Elementary story time, 6 p.m., Free. Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Canton, Friday, Nov. 16: Ponemah Rebekah Lodge 28 Thanksgiving pie sale. Order by Nov. 16; pick up on Nov. 20. Mince, chicken, pecan, $10; pumpkin, apple, lemon, chocolate cream, $8. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Rangeley, Friday, Nov. 16: “Back to the 80’s, The Totally Awesome Musical,” 7 p.m., Lakeside Theater, Main St. Presented by Rangeley Lakes Regional Middle School and High School Drama and Choir. Tickets $8, available at the school. FMI and tickets: 864-3311, ext. 102.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30 to 6 p.m., Marranacook Middle School, 2100 Millard Harrison Drive.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 17: Chicken Marbella supper, 5 p.m., Old South Church, Main Street. $8, $4 under 12. Benefits Franklin Association Honduras Missions.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, Route 2. FMI: Alice, 778-2336.

Industry, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas bazaar, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Town hall. Benefits United in Christ Presbyterian Church. FMI: 696-1064 or 778-6722.

Jay, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Rose Parish hall. Food, raffles.

Phillips, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Community House. Sponsored by Shared Ministry Women.

Wilton, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rt. 156 on Weld Road. Hosted by the junior and senior classes of Mt. Blue High School for Project Graduation funding. FMI: Shannon, 778-4726.

Wilton, Friday, Nov. 17: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Free. Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Phillips, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holiday Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 14 School St, behind the library. Hosted by the Reed’s Mill Circle. FMI: Claudia, 639-5281.

Vienna, Sunday, Nov. 18: Spirit of America award presentation to Hazel Small, 1 p.m., United Methodist Church. Light refreshments to follow.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 7:34 a.m. to 1: 45 p.m., Leavitt High School, Lower Street.

Canton, Thursday, Nov. 22: 11th annual Memorial Holiday Tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge 28. Light bulb in memory of loved one, $2. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Oxford Hills area

Bethel, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Figures of Speech Theatre production: Far East – Tales from China and Japan, 6 p.m., Crescent Park Elementary School cafeteria, 19 Crescent Lane. Free, donations welcome. Presented by Mahoosuc Arts Council. FMI: 824-3575; www.MahoosucArts.org.

Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Story time for children ages 2 to 5, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Travelogue Lecture, “New Zealand,” 6 p.m., McLaughlin Garden. Free. Donations welcome. FMI: Jennifer, 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Paris, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Square dance lessons, 7:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School. FMI: Sue Corning, 743-7176.

Bethel, Thursday, Nov. 8: Lecture, “Maine Character and Characters,” 7:30 p.m., Dr. Moses Mason House.

Paris, Thursday, Nov. 8: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., Memorial Library. FMI: 743-6994.

Norway, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8, 9, 10: Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Assn.’s “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” 8 p.m., Norway Grange. Tickets, Books N Things. $10; children 12 and under and senior citizens, $8.

Bethel, Friday, Nov. 9: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Gould Academy, 39 Church St.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 9: Rhymes, finger plays, songs, stories and other activities for children under 2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Sumner, Friday, Nov. 9: Inkaswasi, music and dance of the Andes, sponsored by the Nezinscot Valley Music Boosters, 6 p.m. Hartford-Sumner Elementary School, 145 Maine Street. Free. Educators receive information package and free CD. FMI: Megan Andrews-Wright 388-2681, Ext: 133.

Harrison, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall, Route 35. $6; under 12, $3. Sponsored by Ronald G. St. John VFW Post Ladies Auxiliary 9328. FMI: 583-4713.

Hartford, Saturday, Nov. 10: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hartford Town Hall, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by Hartford Community Church Women’s Group. FMI: 224-7355.

Hebron, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Hebron Community Baptist Church. Sponsored by Hebron Community Church Outreach. Benefits window replacement. $7; under 12, $3.50. FMI: Marian Hall, 966-2663.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: 4 C Christmas sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Deering Memorial United Methodist Church.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Smorgasbord supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall. Adults $6, children under 12 $3. To benefit Waterford Fair Association.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Learn how to make a cranberry wreath, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., McLaughlin Garden. Pre-registration required. $25 members; $30 non-members. FMI: Jennifer, 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holiday church fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., South Paris Universalist Church, Pine Street. Beef stew or vegetarian soup, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $5.50. Takeout available.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Swingin’ Bears dance, 7 to 10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine St. Couples, $10; singles, $5. FMI: Esther Tucker, [email protected]; 998-5359.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holiday smorgasbord supper and Chinese auction, 5 to 6 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. Supper, $7; auction tickets, 10 for $2.50.

Naples, Friday, Nov. 11: Dinner, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cornerstone Gospel Church, Route 114. Hosted by Momentum Inc. of Casco. Bring dish to share. FMI: Momentum, 627-2267.

Norway, Sunday, Nov. 11: Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Assn.’s “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” 2 p.m., Norway Grange. Tickets, Books N Things. $10; children 12 and under and senior citizens, $8.

Paris, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Square Dance lessons, 7:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School. First lesson free. FMI: Sue, 743-7176 or Eleanor, 782-4050.

Waterford, Thursday, Nov. 15: Community Pot Luck Supper, 6 p.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road. Hosts for this supper are Caren and James Long.

Canton, Friday, Nov. 16: Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Thanksgiving pie sale. Order by Nov. 16; pick up Nov. 20. Mince, chicken, pecan, $10; pumpkin, apple, lemon, chocolate cream, $8. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Naples, Friday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lake Region High School, 1877 Roosevelt Trail.

Bethel, Saturday Nov. 17: Howard Frank Mosher, author presents “Where in the World is Kingdom County,” 7 p.m., Bingham Hall, Gould Academy. Made possible by the Mahoosuc Land Trust.

Fryeburg, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas Cupboard, 9 a.m. to noon, Fryeburg New Church, 12 Oxford St. Fudge, candy, baked goods, more.

Lovell, Saturday, Nov. 17: Snowflake fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Church of Christ. Hosted by Ladies’ Circle.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 17: DECA holiday craft fair, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. $1; 12 and under, 65 and older free. FMI: 743-7756 ext. 5100.

Fryeburg, Monday, Nov. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main St.

Norway, Tuesday, Nov. 20: Happily Ever After, 7 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. “Tell Me a Riddle” by Tillie Olsen and “The Bear Came Over the Mountain” by Alice Munro. FMI: 743-5309.

Oxford, Wednesday, Nov. 21: Oxford Writers and Storytellers, 6:30 p.m., Oxford Community Center. Readings related to autumn, harvest and Thanksgiving.

Canton, Thursday, Nov. 22: 11th annual Memorial Holiday Tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge. Light bulb on tree in memory of loved one, $2. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 24: Dinner, 3 to 6 p.m.; dance, 6 to 10 p.m., South Paris Legion Hall. Fundraiser for Elise Thurlow to help reopen the Colonial Coffee Shoppe. Raffles, door prizes, 50/50. $8; $15 per couple. FMI: Lisa Martin, 739-2393.

Paris, Friday, Nov. 30: Take-A-Chance auction, doors open 5 p.m.; drawing begins 7 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street. Fundraiser for Oxford County 4-H Program. FMI or to donate: 743-6329; 1-800-287-1482.

Buckfield, Saturday, Dec. 1: Nezinscot Valley Music Booster craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Buckfield Jr/Sr High School. Tables, $10, bring own.

Norway, Tuesday, Dec. 4: Exploring the Darkness, 7 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. “A Good Man is Hard to Find” by Flannery O’Connor and “Ollie, Oh” by Carolyn Chute. FMI: 743-5309.

Oxford, Wednesday, Dec. 19: Oxford Writers and Storytellers, 6:30 p.m., Oxford Community Center. Readings about Christmas, winter and the solstice.

River Valley area

Bethel, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Figures of Speech Theatre production: Far East – Tales from China and Japan, 6 p.m., Crescent Park Elementary School cafeteria, 19 Crescent Lane. Free; donations welcome. Presented by Mahoosuc Arts Council. FMI: 824-3575; www.MahoosucArts.org.

Bethel, Thursday, Nov. 8: Lecture, “Maine Character and Characters,” 7:30 p.m., Dr. Moses Mason House.

Bethel, Friday, Nov. 9: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Gould Academy, 39 Church St.

Rumford, Friday, Nov. 9: “Rear View Window” showing, 7 p.m., Library public room. Free.

Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bethel Historical Society Valuation Day, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5 to value one or two items.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 10: Pork loin supper, 5 p.m., Blazing Star Lodge, Route 232. $8, under 12, $4. Takeouts. FMI: Joe Roy, 364-4715.

Rumford, Sunday, Nov. 11: Poetry reading, 2 p.m., Pennacook Art Center, 82 Congress St. FMI: 364-7237.

Canton, Friday, Nov. 16: Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Thanksgiving pie sale. Order by Nov. 16; pick up on Nov. 20. Mince, chicken, pecan, $10; pumpkin, apple, lemon, chocolate cream, $8. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Canton, Thursday, Nov. 22: 11th annual Memorial Holiday Tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge. Light bulb in memory of loved one, $2. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Lewiston area

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Family Roots computer lab project, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 49 Spring St. Learn HeritageQuest, an online database for genealogy materials. Space is limited. FMI: 333-6640, or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Preschool story program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Brunswick, Wednesday, Nov. 7: “The Cats of Mirikitani” film, 2, 4:30, 7 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $7. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 7: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 7: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Lepage Center, Campus Avenue.

Winthrop, Wednesday, Nov. 7: Square dance lessons, 7 to 9 p.m., grade school cafeteria, Highland Avenue. Sponsored by Squire Town Squares. FMI: 713-6669.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 8: Book talk: “The World is Flat” by Thomas Friedman, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., Central Maine Community College, 1250 Turner St. Free. Light refreshments.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 8: Birds of Winter, 6 p.m., Public Library children’s room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640, or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 8: Noah Z. Jones, illustrator/animator for Young Readers, 6 to 7 p.m., Public Library community room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640, or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Brunswick, Thursday, Nov. 8: Multi-media lecture, “Creating Japanese Inspired Gardens in Maine,” 7 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. Free. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Greene, Thursday, Nov. 8: Dale Johnson narrates his film, “Venture To Alaska,” 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, Nov. 3: Lamplighter smorgasbord, 5 to 6 p.m., First Congregational Church (UCC). $7; under 12, $3.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 8: Peek-a-boo puppet show, 9:30 a.m., New Life Community Center, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 8: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Brunswick, Friday, Nov. 9: Concert Shakuhachi Flute, Koto & Shamisen, 7 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $15. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Greene, Friday, Nov. 9: Dale Johnson narrates his film, “Venture To Alaska,” 2 and 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 9: Babytime, 10 a.m., library. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 9: “Maine’s Best Kept Musical Secret,” Jim Gallant, 7 p.m., Vineyard Auditorium, King’s Theatre, 12 Foss Road. $8. FMI: 784-9500.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 9: Meat or vegetable lasagna supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW 9459, Route 196. $6, under 10, $3. FMI: 353-4879.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 9: Baked chicken supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Road. $6. FMI: 353-8192.

New Gloucester, Friday, Nov. 9: Rev. Jeff Grindle in concert, 7 p.m., New Gloucester Bible Church, Route 100. Offering. Dessert social follows. FMI: 926-4297; www.jeffgrindle.com.

Pownal, Friday, Nov. 9: “Candy Cane Christmas Fair,” 3 to 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Road. Fish chowder and hot-dog lunch. FMI: 688-4481 or 688-4101.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Winterberry Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Woman’s Literary Union, 19 Elm St. Baked goods, jewelry, more. Haddock luncheon, 11:30 a.m.; $7.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m., Fairview School, Minot Avenue. Sponsored by ballroom adult ed teachers. $15 couple; $7.50 single. FMI: Lorraine, 224-7751; Diane, 783-0904.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Indoor yard sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Roak Block senior housing, 156 Main St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters breakfast, 5 to 8 a.m., Masonic Hall, 1021 Turner St. $5. Hosted by Knights of the Sun Chapter of the Order of DeMolay for Boys. FMI: Jim Greenwood at 782-3967.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Ski swap, 1 to 5 p.m., Bates Mill No. 2 (new location.) Hosted by Auburn Ski Association.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holistic fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Universal Universalist Church Vestry Hall, 169 Pleasant St. Fair is free. Dowsing workshop $10 for 2 hours. FMI or to register: www.uuauburn.org. or 428-4448.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Ham dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., St. Louis Church Hall, 3rd Street. Adults $7, children under 12 $3.50.

Bowdoin, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., West Bowdoin Baptist Church, West Road.

Brunswick, Saturday, Nov. 10: Fashion show: Japanese Kimono, 4 to 6 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $10. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Brunswick, Saturday, Nov. 10: Film “Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles,” 7 and 9 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $7. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Durham, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Congregational Church. Benefits church. $7.50, seniors, $6, 10 and under, $4.50. FMI: Sandra 353-8818.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holiday festival, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Trinity Catholic School Junior High Campus, 393 Main St. Santa will visit. Sponsored by Union Saint-Jean-Baptiste Council Sainte-Croix 413. FMI: www.trinitycatholic.us; 784-8811.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 10: Baked bean and casserole supper, 4:45 to 6 p.m., Holy Trinity Church parish hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6; children under 12, $4; children under 4, free; family with children under 12, $15. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. FMI: 353-5636.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Our Lady of Ransom Parish Hall. Hosted by the Ladies’ Guild.

Mechanic Falls, Sat. Nov. 10: Hunters breakfast, 6 to 9 a.m., American Legion Post #150, Elm St. All you can eat for $5.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45 to 6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus St. Adults $6; children $3.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 10: Turkey supper, 4 to 6 p.m., Holy Family church hall, Sabattus St. Adults $7, children $4. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus of Holy Family and Modern Woodsman of America.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Amvets Hall, Route 100. $7, $3 under 12. FMI: Sally, 926-3371.

Pownal, Saturday, Nov. 10: “Candy Cane Christmas Fair,” 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Road. Beef stew and sandwiches lunch. FMI: 688-4481 or 688-4101.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 10: The Jacques Cartier Club, Wales Road, baked bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m. $6. Dance follows until 9:30 p.m., $6. Dinner and dance $10. FMI: 375-4850.

Winthrop, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunter and family breakfast, 5 to 9 a.m., Congregational Church. Proceeds help fund Rotary Club projects.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Longaberger Basket Bingo, doors at 11 a.m., game at 1 p.m., Hasty Community Center. Benefits public library teen services. FMI: Kellie, 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. Benefits children’s Christmas party. FMI: 784-6883.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Vegetarian gourmet cooking school, 4 to 6 p.m., Auburn Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Community Service Building, Old Farm Road. Pre-registration required; $20. FMI: 784-0861.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Ski swap, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bates Mill NO. 2 (new location.) Hosted by Auburn Ski Association.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 12: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 150 East Ave.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 12: Craft fair, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., elementary school. $1, to benefit Turner Community Playground. FMI: Lori, 224-8264.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 13: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 13: Read with dog, 4 p.m., library. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Preschool story program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 14: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Winthrop, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Square dance lessons, 7 to 9 p.m., grade school cafeteria, Highland Ave. Soft soled shoes required. FMI: 713-6669.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 15: Baby’s night out, 6 to 6:20 p.m., Public library children’s room, 49 Spring St. Nursery rhymes, songs, board books for babies birth to 24 months and caregivers. FMI: 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 15: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 16: Babytime, 10 a.m., library. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 16: American Legion Auxiliary smothered beef dinner, followed by turkey raffle, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Post 158 at 10 Webster St. $6. FMI: 353-8192.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 16: Baked beans, casseroles, chop suey and more supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Ladies Auxiliary 9459, Route 196. Turkey raffle follows. $6, under 10, $3. FMI: 353-2152.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30 to 6 p.m., Marranacook Middle School, 2100 Millard Harrison Drive.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, 2365 Turner Road, Route 4. Crafts, lunch counter, prizes. Leftovers, Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 757 Summer St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Bean supper, 5 to 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Curch basement. Adults $6; children $3. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Danville Grange. Hosted by the Danville Union Church.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Soldier’s Wish List For Christmas food and personal items collection, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Auburn Masonic Hall, 1021 Turner Street, Auburn. FMI: Corey 786-2543 or Eric at 240-9744.

Freeport, Saturday, Nov. 17: Freeport Lioness-Lions holiday craft fair and fish “chowda” and chili luncheon, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Harraseeket Grange, Elm Street. FMI: Nancy, 865-3372; Martha, 865-6188; Cindi, 865-9747.

Gray, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holly Fair, First Congregational Church of Gray. FMI: John Keller, [email protected].

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 17: Scrapbook Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Vineyard Christian School, 9 Foss Road. $20 before Nov. 3; $30 after. Lunch, snacks provided. Benefits Vineyard Christian School. FMI: Jenn, 786-2094.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 17: Anime Drawing Club, 3 p.m., public library teen room, 200 Lisbon St. For ages 15 to 25; free.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 17: Scrapbook Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Vineyard Christian School, 9 Foss Road. $30 registration fee. Lunch and snack provided. Fundraiser for Vineyard Christian School. FMI: 786-2094.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 17: Make your own Christmas wreath, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 17: “Owls of Maine” program, 1 p.m., Library Children’s group room, 28 Main St. Space is limited. To register or FMI: 353-6564.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 17: Winter Wonderland Christmas Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Methodist Church, School Street. Beef stew lunch, 11 a.m.; $5; children, $2.

Monmouth, Saturday, Nov. 17: Auditions for “On Golden Pond,” 10 a.m., Cumston Hall, Main St. FMI: 441-1998.

Poland, Saturday, Nov. 17: Poland PTA craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Poland Community School, Route 26. Crafts, food and raffle items.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 17: Benefit dinner for Reynolds family, 5 p.m., Sabattus Central School, Ball Park Road. Donations: Ann Lachance, Sabattus Credit Union.

Wales, Saturday, Nov. 17: Church fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wales Youth Center, Route 132. FMI: Alice, 375-8382 or Marilyn, 375-6604.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 18: Crepe breakfast, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., St. Louis Church Hall. Adults $4; children $2.

Durham, Sunday, Nov. 18: Ecumenical Thanksgiving service, 7 p.m., First Congregational Church. Bring non-perishable food items. Offering benefits the LACO food pantry. Light refreshments. FMI: Debbie 353-6925.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 18: Pancake breakfast, 7 to 11 a.m., Holy Cross Church hall, 1080 Lisbon St. Sponsored by Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Assembly 2870. $6; 12 and under, $3. FMI: Dan Leclair, 240-3537.

Lisbon, Sunday, Nov. 18: Make your own Christmas wreath, 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Monmouth, Monday, Nov. 19: Auditions for “On Golden Pond,” 7 p.m., Cumston Hall, Main St. FMI: 441-1998.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 7:34 a.m. to 1: 45 p.m., Leavitt High School, Lower Street.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 20: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lisbon, Tuesday, Nov. 20: Raymond J. Lavigne VFW Post 9459 and Ladies Auxiliary, 7 p.m. Post Home, Route 196. Members need to attend to keep this post going. New members are welcome. Discussion will be on the future of the post’s home and other items. FMI: 353-5291, Wed – Fri after 4 p.m.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 21: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mason Ashlar 105, 1021 Turner St.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 24: Make your own Christmas wreath, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov 25: Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $3.50/$4.50. Benefits New Auburn Little League Baseball. FMI: 784-6883.

Lisbon, Sunday, Nov. 25: Make your own Christmas wreath, 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 27: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 27: American Red Cross blood drive, 3 to 8 p.m., Bates College Chase Hall, Campus Avenue.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 28: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 29: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 30: Lasagna supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Road. $6. FMI: 353-8192.

Auburn, Saturday, Dec. 1: Holiday Festival for Children, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Dom’s Regional High School, 121 Gracelawn Road. Sponsored by Advocates for Children. Visit with Santa. Advance, adults, $5; children, $3; at door, $7 and $4. FMI: 783-3990.

Buckfield, Saturday, Dec. 1: Nezinscot Valley Music Booster craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Buckfield Jr/Sr High School. Tables, $10, bring own.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Dec. 1: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lisbon High School. Sponsored by the Boosters Club. FMI and table rental: Kathi Yergin, 577-3288; [email protected].

New Gloucester, Saturday, Dec. 1: Shaker Christmas fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Fruitcakes, herb biscuits, breads, more. FMI: Leonard L. Brooks, (207) 926-4597.

Raymond, Saturday, Dec. 1: Christmas fair, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Raymond Village Community Church, Main Street. Wreaths, baked goods, gently-used merchandise, more. Breakfast, lunch.